
Roatan
ROATAN is an island in the Caribbean, about 65 kilometres (40 mi) off the northern coast of Honduras and formed by the Bonacca Ridge, which is an underwater mountain range.
The island is approximately 40 miles long, 5 miles wide. The Bonacca Ridge is responsible for the formation of several small islands and Keys in the surrounding areas including the Island of Utila and Guanaja. Roatan is home to the largest barrier reef in the northern hemisphere.

What to Bring
The Roatan climate is warm all year round except for November, December and January. Light casual clothing is best and a rain jacket, sandals, bathing suit and sturdy hiking boots or shoes are all important items to bring.
Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat are needed most of the year, as the sun is hot and strong. Insect repellent is also needed mainly for nights and some beaches where sand flies are found.
Additional traveling items:
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Photocopies of passport and airline tickets, best to keep original passport on your person at all times.
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Back up money supply in travelers checks or credit cards.
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Prescriptions
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Toiletries
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Camera
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Always tag or label all your luggage when flying to and from Roatan.
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Flashlight